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While the potential of trade to advance sustainable development objectives in Africa is widely recognised, the gender-differentiated impacts of trade policy need to be taken into account if development strategies are to be truly inclusive. Through which channels do trade and trade policy influence women and gender outcomes? What are the gender-specific constraints that women face in accessing economic opportunities and how does this translate in the trade sphere? How can policymakers adopt more gender-sensitive trade-related policies?
June 14 2017 | Articles
Barbados Private Sector Trade Team Press Releasse
July 18 2016 | Articles
The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB), has revealed that the Caribbean region continues to battle with persistent gender inequalities. The report, which is a compilation of data from 10 Caribbean countires, aims to provide a situational analysis of gender equality in the Borrowing Member Countries (BMCs), to inform national budgeting, planning and programming.
June 14 2016 | Articles
As part of the mission of the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) to promote economic growth and systematic reduction of poverty through social and economic development, a Gender Equality Policy and Operational Strategy (GEPOS) was developed in 2008. Through a technical assistance programme of support to borrowing countries, this Barbados Country Gender Assessment (CGA) was developed in order to inform the implementation of gender equality strategies of the CDB and its partners in the country.
June 13 2016 | Articles
The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB), has revealed that the Caribbean region continues to battle with persistent gender inequalities. The report, which is a compilation of data from 10 Caribbean countries, aims to provide a situational analysis of gender equality in the Borrowing Member Countries (BMCs), to inform national budgeting, planning and programming. Some of the inequalities highlighted in the report are:
1. Occupational Segregation;
2. High portions of female-headed households in poverty with high dependency;
3. Social isolation for elderly men etc.
April 02 2016 | Articles
Article by Trade Consultant Ms. Shardae Boyce
July 19 2014 | Articles
Bridgetown, May 13th 2014
CARICOM officials met last week to discuss some issues of regional importance. One of the priorities for Barbados’ delegation was to converse with the region on St. Lucia’s decision to implement duties on beer and other products coming from Barbados and More Developed Countries (MDCS) of CARICOM. Trade consultant with the BPSTT, Shardae Boyce, stated that the discussions surrounding the decision granted to Less Developed Countries (LDCS) under Article 164 of the Treaty of Chaguaramas were very candid but respectful.
May 13 2014 | Articles
An update on the CARICOM Canada Trade Negotiations April 11th 2014.
April 14 2014 | Articles
Barbados Private Sector Trade Team Press Release on the state of CARICOM Canada Negotiations
February 21 2014 | Articles
A look at the slow recovery of the economy and efforts businesses may employ in the aftermath of the recession.
February 04 2013 | Articles
An insight into the monetary adversities countries may experience when implementing some conditions of the EPA.
October 08 2012 | Articles
Trade Negotiations Insights May 2011 Edition
May 11 2011 | Articles
Project Assistance available for organisations in ACP (African, Caribbean & Pacific Group of States).
October 01 2010 | Articles
A review of the opportunities available for the cultural industries under the Economic Partnership Agreement between CARIFORUM and the European Community.
August 10 2010 | Articles
A look at how the recognition of professional services will be handled under the Economic Partnership Agreement between CARIFORUM and the European Community.
November 05 2009 | Articles
An examination of health and safety issues and their role in trade negotiations.
September 21 2009 | Articles
This article examines the trade relationships with the islands of the French Caribbean and the challenges and opportunities presented under the EPA.
July 29 2009 | Articles
Trade involving the cultural industry sector in the Economic Partnership Agreement between CARIFORUM and the European Community.
December 06 2006 | Articles
A discussion about the importance of the cultural industry to Barbados’ trade product.
October 26 2006 | Articles
The Caribbean Single Market and Economy and its impact on trade in Barbados.
November 10 2005 | Articles
An article detailing the issue of the movement of CARICOM nationals.
October 12 2005 | Articles
An examination of the issue of the liberalisation of goods and services in trade.
October 12 2005 | Articles
Operating in the competitive trade arena.
October 12 2005 | Articles
Discussing the issue of the free movement of nationals in CARICOM.
October 12 2005 | Articles
